Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Hospice (Part-Time, Full-Time)

Absolute Health Care; Newcomerstown (OH); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) for hospice care in Newcomerstown, Ohio. The role involves providing personal care, communicating effectively with patients and families, and carrying out health assessments. Candidates should possess a current CNA license, have a minimum of one year of patient care experience, and be capable of working full-time or part-time on day shifts. A valid Ohio driver's license and a safe driving record are also required.

Qualifications

• Must have a current CNA license and competency in direct patient care.
• One year experience in patient care in similar environments is required.
• Valid Ohio driver's license with a safe driving record.

Responsibilities

• Perform personal care needs according to patient assignments.
• Provide positive communication and confidentiality to patients and families.
• Assist with bathing, dressing, and feeding patients as assigned.
• Take and record vital signs including temperature and blood pressure.
• Assist in ambulation and exercise as instructed.

Skills

Patient care

Communication techniques

Personal care assistance

Education

Certified and Licensed CNA Courses

High school level coursework

Job description

Overview

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Hospice

PRN, Part-Time & Full-Time. We are looking for a dependable CNA to join our Hospice team. Absolute Hospice, Inc. provides hospice services wherever the patient calls home. This position will be for a dedicated, full time schedule caring for our hospice patients, Monday-Friday, day shifts only.

Minimum Education

• Certified and Licensed CNA Courses
• High school level coursework in English grammar, composition and mathematics.

Minimum Work Experience

• One year experience providing patient care in a hospital, nursing facility or similar environment. Current CNA license and demonstrates competency in direct patient care during probationary period.
• Valid Ohio driver's license with safe driving record and proof of insurance

Responsibilities

• Performing personal care needs after given a patient\'s assignment and attending to his/her requests promptly.
• Providing patient and family with positive communication techniques, within realm of ethical and respectful care, including confidentiality.
• Giving personal care including baths, back rubs, oral hygiene, shampoos and changing bed linen as often as assigned.
• Assisting in dressing and undressing patients as assigned.
• Planning and preparing nutritious meals, including shopping, as assigned.
• Assisting in feeding the patient as assigned.
• Taking and recording oral, rectal and auxiliary temperatures, pulse, respiration and blood pressure.
• Providing proper care and observation of patient\'s skin to prevent breakdown of tissue over bony prominence.
• Assessing and reporting on patient\'s condition and significant changes to the Case Manager. Also aware of the caregiver or other individuals living with the patient and interpersonal issues.
• Assisting in ambulation and exercise as instructed by the hospice nurse or therapist.
• Offering and assisting with bedpans and urinals. Providing assistance as assigned with light laundry needs.
• Providing respite for patient\'s/family/caregiver when on-site, as appropriate.